When it comes to important workplace topics, employee performance ranks near the top. However, when someone is performing poorly, who should actually be blamed for it? Tina Hallis, founder of The Positive Edge, tells Tim Muma it's not always as simple as it might seem. Depending on the situation at hand, there could be a few people who need to share the blame and look to improve moving forward.

Many people work on similar schedules, give or take a few extra hours. The more research that is done, however, shows that individuals need to be checking their own, personal clocks to get the most out of their efforts. Christopher Barnes, assistant professor of management at the University of Washington's Foster School of Business, talks with Tim Muma about the Circadian Rhythm and how it impacts our energy, focus and prod...

With many companies exploring or implementing wellness programs for their employees, it's important to examine the value of the different types of programs that exist. Adam Levenson, community manager for the Milken Institute School of Public Health at The George Washington University, walks through the varying pros and cons of many wellness programs. He explains to Tim Muma the factors each employer must consider, what str...

Employed individuals nearing retirement often look forward to not having a long commute, stressful deadlines, and office politics to deal with. However, many new retirees find themselves faced with roadblocks preventing them from being successful in their encore careers. Hallie Crawford joins the show to share 5 common roadblocks that may be preventing you from being successful in your encore career.

There have been great strides in protecting individuals from certain types of discrimination in the workplace, but it appears one's weight continues to be an area that hasn't been thoroughly addressed. Attorney James Parks is a partner in the Southfield office of Jaffe, Raitt, Heuer & Weiss and a member of the firm’s litigation group. He joins Tim Muma to discuss the key points that are argued in weight discrimination cases...

Unless you're in the latter part of your career, retirement is often looked at only occasionally with an eye on things like your 401K. The reality remains, many people end up fearing they won't have enough money to last them to the end of their lives. Les Szarka, CEO and founder of Szarka Financial, talks with Tim Muma about the concerns and solutions related to retirement and finances. Les offers his experienced advice on...

In a world of fast-paced, high-pressure jobs, companies are often looking for employees that can “handle the heat.” And who is better suited to handle pressure than a mother? Salary.com estimated last year that a stay-at-home mother would earn an annual salary of nearly $119,000, if compensated for all of her mothering duties. In the workplace, mothers can be just as valuable. Jas Singh returns to LJNRadio to share his insi...

Though it's often listed as one of the more important traits, ethical behavior in the workplace and in business is often questioned. Among all the fields, however, ethics may be most vital in journalism as people put their trust in what is said and written. Robert Drechsel, Director of Center for Journalism Ethics at the University of Wisconsin, gives Tim Muma the inside scoop on how stories are chosen, discussed and placed...

As an organization grows and continues to build its team, it can be a challenge to sincerely gather ideas from employees. Lawrence Scotland, director of integrated marketing for Coastal.com, says you should ditch the traditional suggestion box and get your diverse personnel excited about real innovation. Lawrence gives Tim Muma practical advice and examples of the different ways employers can make great use of the additiona...

You may have heard the quote, “We have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen twice as much as we speak.” In many cases, using this advice in a professional setting can help you become an effective listener and, as a result, may have a positive impact on your career. To learn more about this topic, Jenna Connour chats with Jacqueline Whitmore – author, etiquette expert, and founder of The Protocol School of Palm Beach.